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Dictionary of Mysticism
Dictionary of Mysticism
Dictionary of Mysticism
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Dictionary of Mysticism

By Frank Gaynor

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Dictionay of Mysticism provides concise definitions for over 2,200 terms used in many philosophies, religions, and doctrines which relate to the influence of the superhuman and supernatural on man’s everyday life. Terms relating to esoteric philosophy, occultism, religious mysticism, spiritualism, alchemy, and psychical research are defined. Particular attention is given to the Oriental philosophies of Buddhism, Brahmanism, Sufism, Lamaism, Zoroastrianism, Theosophy, and Cabbalism. Also included are terms used in magic and demonology.
LanguageEnglish
PublisherPhilosophical Library Open Road
Release dateJun 19, 2018
ISBN9781504055079
Dictionary of Mysticism
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Frank Gaynor

Frank Gaynor is an editor, author and translator of over twenty books which cover a very broad range of subjects, including many books on science. He was specifically a gifted translator from German.  

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